Somerset Studio School
URN: 142125 • Radstock BA3 3NQ
Overview
- Name
- Somerset Studio School
- URN
- 142125
- Type
- Studio schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Bruce Hain (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01761438557
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Knobsbury Lane, Radstock BA3 3NQ
Summary
Somerset Studio School, located in Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, caters to students aged 14 to 19, offering a unique blend of academic and vocational education. The school focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), alongside Digital Information Technology, Enterprise, and Creative Media. With a capacity of 300 pupils, the school currently serves 138 students, providing a supportive environment that emphasizes personal development and employability skills.
The curriculum includes essential subjects such as English and Maths, as well as specialist courses in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology for years 10 and 11. In years 12 and 13, students can pursue T Levels, which are equivalent to three A Levels, and benefit from regular work experience opportunities with local employers. This integration of classroom learning and real-world application aims to prepare students for higher education, apprenticeships, or direct employment.
Somerset Studio School prides itself on fostering positive relationships between students and staff, ensuring each student receives individual support through personal tutor-coaching. This approach, combined with a small school environment, allows for tailored learning experiences that meet the diverse needs and aspirations of all students.
The curriculum includes essential subjects such as English and Maths, as well as specialist courses in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology for years 10 and 11. In years 12 and 13, students can pursue T Levels, which are equivalent to three A Levels, and benefit from regular work experience opportunities with local employers. This integration of classroom learning and real-world application aims to prepare students for higher education, apprenticeships, or direct employment.
Somerset Studio School prides itself on fostering positive relationships between students and staff, ensuring each student receives individual support through personal tutor-coaching. This approach, combined with a small school environment, allows for tailored learning experiences that meet the diverse needs and aspirations of all students.
Useful links
- www.midsomernortonschoolspartnership.com (other)
- Contact Us (other)
- Learn more (other)
- We are proud to be part of (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Norton Hill Academy (67.8)
- Somervale Secondary School (59.9)
- Writhlington School (57.2)
- Norton Hill School (45.2)
- Somervale School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Age range
- 14 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 138
- Boys
- 79
- Girls
- 59
- FSM %
- 23.10
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 138 | 79 | 59 | 300 | 23.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 126 | 67 | 59 | 300 | 25.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 136 | 87 | 49 | 300 | 21.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 136 | 87 | 49 | 300 | 21.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 120 | 86 | 34 | 300 | 20.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 115 | 81 | 34 | 300 | 13.30 |
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